Columbia Lock and Dam

Louisiana — Caldwell County — OUACHITA RIVER

Location

StateLouisiana
CountyCaldwell
RiverOUACHITA RIVER
Coordinates32.16680, -92.11043

Physical Characteristics

NID Height90 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length590 ft
NID Storage156,800 acre-ft
Max Storage156,800 acre-ft
Surface Area7,070 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentNot Available
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionMay 10, 2021
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1970
Primary PurposeNavigation
Dam TypeGravity
Owner TypeFederal
OwnerUSACE - Vicksburg District

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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